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Principal Business Consultant

Endur

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ION Group

ION Group

5,001-10,000 employees

Automation technology for financial sector clients

Enterprise Software
Fintech
Financial Services

Senior, Expert

London, UK

Category
Management Consulting
Consulting
Required Skills
Sales
Communications
Requirements
  • Openlink Endur product experience in implementations per role profile.
  • 5-10 years' experience in ETRM industry, systems implementation or similar project exposure and preferably experience in a consulting or similar role.
  • Require Middle Office/Risk subject matter expertise and 5+ years specifically Endur Middle Office implementation experience.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following: Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Economics, or a related IT field or equivalent experience in a related field
  • Ability to work as part of a project team structure.
  • Ability to work onsite at client locations.
  • 8 to 10 years direct experience in designing, configuring, and troubleshooting installations in client environments.
  • 8 to 10 years Industry/systems experience
  • Demonstrated expertise in more than one area of Product configuration and in one or more industry Product set.
  • Strong client-facing skills.
  • Good interpersonal skills.
  • Good written and oral communication skills.
Responsibilities
  • Successfully implements projects while ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Contributing to best practices of the group and mentoring other team members
  • Supports the Project Manager on engagements along with functional responsibilities, assists with SOW creation, project planning, etc.
  • Serves as Lead Business Consultant on Implementation projects on one or more functional area.
  • Maintains full chargeability on one or more client accounts simultaneously.
  • Authors Best Practice Document(s) in functional area
  • Identifies/pursues sales opportunities for additional consulting work at customer site.
  • Provides information to Managers, Professional Services Director, or Account Manager as appropriate.
  • Provides industry and functional expertise and leadership in the discovery workshop in designing, configuring, testing, and production support of the Product solution for the client’s business needs.
  • Serves as the client’s principal point of contact for consultation and expert advice.
  • Is in close communication with the Project Manager, regarding client questions and issues regarding the Product solution and configuration.
  • Performs as the Lead Business Consultant in the workshop/requirements and design phase of the project.
  • Serves as mentor and role model for all level Business Consultants in one or more functional areas of the Product solution.
  • Works with Managers to enhance, publish, and train staff regarding implementation best practices in specific functional area of the Product solution.
  • Presents the Product solution to both client executive and user-level audiences.
  • Supports the Project Manager in obtaining client signoff of deliverables and milestones.
  • Assumes hands-on project implementation duties in all phases of the Product implementation reporting to the project manager.
  • Provide sales/presales support through estimation, document authoring for RFP/RFI responses, sales proposals, and hands-on demonstrations in specific functional area to meet the client’s desired business requirements.
  • Supports the deliverables of the Technical Consultants by providing business and functional guidance, review, testing, and validation of scripted solutions (reports, plugins, and interfaces)
  • Consults with ION Product Management to exchange information on the latest developments in the industry to improve the ION Products
  • Assists with services best practices.

ION Group specializes in automation technology tailored for the financial sector, primarily serving institutional clients like investment banks, asset managers, and brokers. The company provides advanced software solutions that enhance trading, processing, and risk management activities in global financial markets. ION's products include sophisticated software platforms and APIs that enable clients to connect seamlessly to various trading venues and exchanges, ensuring efficient and accurate transactions. Unlike many competitors, ION focuses on continuous improvement and agility, often acquiring entrepreneurial firms to adapt quickly to market changes. The company's goal is to enhance operational efficiency and reduce risks for its clients through innovative automation solutions.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$42.1M

Headquarters

London, United Kingdom

Founded

1998

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

7%

2 year growth

12%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • ION's partnerships, such as with Abaxx Commodity Futures Exchange, enhance their market reach and technological capabilities.
  • The integration of fixed income solutions with XTP Execution demonstrates ION's commitment to expanding connectivity and improving client access to various markets.
  • Recognition in prestigious lists like the FinCrimeTech50 and awards for innovation highlight ION's industry leadership and potential for continued growth.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive financial technology sector requires constant innovation to maintain market position.
  • Integration challenges from frequent acquisitions could lead to operational inefficiencies and cultural clashes.

What makes ION Group unique

  • ION Group's focus on automation technology specifically tailored for the financial sector sets it apart from more generalized software providers.
  • Their strategy of acquiring entrepreneurial firms allows ION to remain agile and responsive to market changes, unlike larger, less flexible competitors.
  • ION's comprehensive suite of APIs and software platforms ensures seamless trading and processing, providing a competitive edge in efficiency and accuracy.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

AD&D and disability insurance

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Life insurance

Mental health care

401K plan

Performance bonus

Supplemental workers' compensation

Family medical leave & parental leave

PTO, paid holidays, sick days, bereavement leave, and volunteer time off

Commuter checks

Company social events

Employee assistance program

Free lunch

mobile phone discount